Brown bullheads, also known as hornpout or catfish, are a popular fish found in numerous rivers and lakes across the state of Maine. Brown bullheads are native to Maine, though have been artificially introduced in certain areas, largely for the purposes of offering fishing opportunity. However, where found naturally, brown bullheads are in healthy supply and have a lot to offer those willing to venture out at night where fishing of this species remains most productive.
Adult brown bullheads are typically in the region of 10-12 inches in length and weigh around 1 pound. Larger fish are occasionally caught, though you are unlikely to find anything much larger than 14 inches in Maines waters. Brown bullheads tend to be either dark brown or olive green across their backs with a creamy coloured belly. It is also not uncommon to find brown bullheads with white or speckled patches on their sides. Their bodies tend to be fairly thick and rounded, with a flat, broad head sporting a number of barbels.
Brown bullheads prefer deep, weedy waters, where they tend to feed on small insects or larvae. They also prefer to feed at night, which is when they provide the best fishing...